The investment firm, which manages and advises more than USD 21 billion, strengthens its distribution structure with the appointment of the executive, who will lead commercial initiatives for Argentina and Uruguay.
Tracking the Activities of Global Asset Managers in Latin America

The investment firm, which manages and advises more than USD 21 billion, strengthens its distribution structure with the appointment of the executive, who will lead commercial initiatives for Argentina and Uruguay.

The Chilean firm positions itself at the heart of Latin America’s alternative investment boom. “Picton is now the largest placement agent in the region, with over USD 12 billion in capital raised and coverage across 10 countries,” said Matias Eguiguren.

His experience in the Chilean pension system was considered critical for dealing with the challenges of the new pension system approved in Colombia.

Julius Baer will continue to service Brazilian clients from other locations. It has a presence in Mexico, Chile, Uruguay, Colombia, and Spain. As such, the Brazil International business remains unaffected.

Fernando Beyruti, Global Head of Itaú Private Bank, highlighted the potential for this partnership to expand their advisory role in international investments. It bridges local wealth with global investment opportunities, setting a new standard for private banking in Brazil.

This combination creates an integrated private credit franchise with USD 220 billion in client assets.

Offices in Argentina and Uruguay join the operation already established in Chile.

“Private assets are one of the fastest growing sectors of the financial industry. We are excited to be working with Apollo, a global leader in alternative assets, to continue to increase accessibility to private markets, opening them to an even larger cross section of investors,” said Ron O’Hanley, president and chief executive officer of State Street.

The transaction will allow Amundi to strengthen its presence in the US via a larger US investment and distribution platform, said Valérie Baudson, Chief Executive Officer of Amundi.

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